Elizabeth Lynn Casey's Blog, page 78

Say What?

Every generation–heck, every decade has its share of expressions.

A couple of years ago, “really?” seemed to be the common response to everything. And it wasn’t used to be sure of something, but, rather, to make a person feel as if whatever they’d just said was the stupidest thing in the world.

Now, all I hear is “that’s sick” (only “sick” isn’t meant in a bad way). Go figure…

The young twenty-something crowd is super fond of the expression, “have a good one,” which bothers my 16 year old to no...

Ho Ho Bits

I suppose I should issue a bit of a warning to let you know that the next few weeks of bits will likely be holiday related.

1) Real or fake (we’re talking trees, here)?

2) Do you like eggnog?

3) What kind of cookies did Santa get at your house when you were a kid?

4) Tell us something you asked Santa for as a kid (could be something you got or didn’t get)…

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)

Back When…

For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be a mom and a writer.

That’s it.

A mom and a writer.

What did you want to be when you were a kid? You can give us a straight answer, or write it as if you’re a kid, who’s just dreaming about the ultimate “big person” job…

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)

What’s Shakin’

Spent the past few days doing a final galley read of SUSPENDERED SENTENCE (release date: March 3rd). I read a little everyday, making notes of any typos or mistakes I found.

During the last day of reading, I had a little company…see?

Got that turned back around to my editor on Monday afternoon, and then spent yesterday getting caught up on mailings, etc.

Today, I’m back in writing-mode (Amish # 5) in the form of what I call “bullet-pointing.” I don’t outline the entire book in advance, but, sinc...

Books, Books, and More Books

I’ve got a few book-related questions for you today.

1) What’s your favorite Christmas-themed story/book?

2) What are you reading right now?

3) Do you like getting books as gifts?

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)

P.S. There’s a holiday interview with me over on Cozy Mystery Reviews today. It was a fun one to do, so maybe you’ll enjoy reading it. There’s also a nice giveaway tied to the interview, so check it out if you can HERE.

Traditions Behind the Traditions

It’s December 1st, and I’m getting kind of giddy about the upcoming Christmas holiday (I’m kind of a Christmas junkie).

Yesterday, before the college kids went back to school, we put up the tree. The assembly portion of our artificial tree falls to me andDD # 2. I think this year was our fastest time yet. :) We then move on to lights, which are promptly redistributed around the tree by DD # 1. Once the squint test is performed (don’t ask or you’ll hate me every time you put up a tree from this...

Turkey Day

I’d like to wish all of you a wonderful Thanksgiving! I hope your day is happy, fun, and filled with good things to eat!

I’ll be back here again on Monday!

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)

Unexpected Gems

I don’t know about you, but I sure needed a dose of happy this morning.

Here’s mine. I hope you enjoy it, too.

(#14 got me teary-eyed thought).

http://encurious.com/post/90982259223...

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)

Gearing Up

Spent some time yesterday getting my work stuff ready for the coming holiday season.

*I wrote my special E-Newsletter holiday edition. That newsletter will contain a recipe, gift giving ideas, pictures, a freebie, and some giveaway opportunities. It’s my way of saying “thanks” to my readers. If you’re not signed up for my newsletter yet, you can do so my visiting my main website: www.laurabradford.com and filling out the form you see on the left hand side of the home page. Just make sure to co...

Turkey Bits

It seems only fitting that today’s Bits & Pieces be Thanksgiving-related, doesn’t it?

Here we go…

1) Other than eating, is there anything else that’s always part of your Thanksgiving?

2) Is there a side-dish that you always pass up?

3) White or dark meat?

4) Favorite dessert on Thanksgiving?

~Elizabeth (a.k.a. Laura)